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At Grownup Travels, we believe in the kind of travel where you bring home stories, not souvenirs. We are up for adventures with rough edges but soft landings, accommodations that are unique or boutique, and the kind of cultural experiences that make your travels truly memorable. Read some of our latest articles below, scroll down to browse a destination that interests you, or visit our photo galleries that are sure to fuel your wanderlust.
Buffalo’s Border Bargains…and Beyond!
For those of us lucky enough to live in Southern Ontario, border hopping has become a great way to save a few bucks when the Canada-US exchange rate smiles favourably on our shopping dollar. But even when the loonie is at less than par, driving a little further can...
UP! Up and Away at the Midland Hot Air Balloon Festival!
Anyone who knows me knows that one of my favourite movies is Up! It’s got sentiment, it’s got action, it’s goa ruthless villain and an unlikely team of heroes, and of course, it has adventure – what’s not to love? (Did I mention the TALKING DOG!) But what I just realized after attending the Midland Hot Air Balloon Festival in Michigan…
A Whimsical Weekend Away in Michigan
When I ask myself what destination comes to mind when I think of 'whimsical' or 'eccentric', I probably wouldn't answer "Michigan". Yet on a recent 4-day trip to the Great Lakes Bay Region of the state, I was able to pack in more quirky and unusual attractions than I...
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